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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Mart Koldits: the pendulum of individualism has swung too far

Mart Koldits from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre emphasizes the importance of collective development over individualism in his perspective on the arts and education.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Higher School of Performing Arts: The main changes and reactions to the new bill

The Greek parliament is set to vote on a bill establishing a Higher School of Performing Arts, aiming to fill the absence of university education in theater, dance, and music in Greece, despite facing criticism from some sectors of the artistic community.

Mar 21 • 14:51 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Young Conductor of the Year: the workload and payment are not balanced, but we are moving in the right direction

Kärolin Tuisk, named Young Conductor of the Year by the Estonian Choral Association, discusses the importance of passion in choir conducting and the need for better financial balance in the profession.

Mar 20 • 14:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sejong University Music Department and Future Education Center Jointly Support 'Now Piano Research Association' Regular Concert Held

A regular concert for the 'Now Piano Research Association' supported by Sejong University will take place on March 22, featuring music by Mozart and Schumann.

Mar 20 • 06:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Beloved piano pedagogue Renate Goznaja has passed away

Renate Goznaja, a cherished piano teacher and long-time educator at the G. Otsa Tallinn Music School, passed away on March 15, 2026.

Mar 19 • 07:43 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Dismissed teacher: it is better not to grumble and to be quiet!

A music teacher at Haapsalu Viigi School was dismissed by the director for a breach of trust, but a labor dispute commission overturned the decision.

Mar 17 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Global harp star Xavier de Maistre: "At first, I fell in love with the harp teacher, and only later with the instrument itself"

Xavier de Maistre, a renowned harpist, shares insights into his early musical journey and career as he prepares for an upcoming concert.

Mar 17 • 10:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Conservatory of Music in Juiz de Fora resumes some classes; second floor was interdicted by the Civil Defense

Part of the students at the Conservatory of Music Haidée França Americano in Juiz de Fora have resumed classes while the second floor remains closed due to structural damage.

Mar 16 • 23:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Music teacher suspected of molesting children at conservatory released from prison in Uberlândia

A 44-year-old music teacher, arrested on suspicion of molesting children at a conservatory in Uberlândia, was released from custody shortly after his arrest.

Mar 16 • 20:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young Orchestra Circuit of Waters offers 82 spots for violin, viola, and cello classes

The Young Orchestra Circuit of Waters in Amparo, Brazil, is offering 82 spots for music classes in violin, viola, and cello for individuals aged 10 to 65.

Mar 16 • 18:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Schools in the UK: Music and Dance in Conflict with Islamic Teachings, Children's Drawings Considered Blasphemous

Local councils in the UK are advising schools on the religious sensitivities of Muslim students regarding classroom activities, particularly in art, music, and dance.

Mar 16 • 15:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

After half a century pause, a new music textbook reaches high schools

A charity foundation is gifting a new comprehensive music history textbook to all high schools in Estonia, covering music life from the 12th and 13th centuries up to Estonia's declaration of independence in 1918.

Mar 16 • 09:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teacher and DJ, Acreana balances classroom with party tracks in Rio Branco: 'It's not just pressing play'

Aldine Montenegro, a history teacher and DJ from Acre, Brazil, skillfully manages her dual career amidst a passion for music influenced by her musical family.

Mar 15 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ifap opens registrations for free recorder course in Macapá

Ifap is offering a free recorder course in Macapá, aiming to establish an orchestra of recorders, with classes starting soon and a 10-month duration.

Mar 14 • 20:06 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

The Music School in Akureyri: "I am trying to create the music school I never attended"

The article discusses an initiative in Akureyri, Iceland, to establish a music school aiming to provide opportunities that the founder lacked as a child.

Mar 14 • 07:30 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Karpe will be on the school schedule

The Norwegian rap duo Karpe will be included in the school curriculum.

Mar 13 • 07:56 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Sufficient to take in music in week 11

The article discusses the importance of music in week 11 of a project and its implications.

Mar 12 • 17:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Song with 7000 listeners proposed as curriculum: – Completely insane

A little-known song by Mikael Lien, which has only 7000 streams, has been proposed to be included in the Norwegian school curriculum, shocking the artist.

Mar 12 • 16:07 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Karpe, Abba, and Queen could become part of the school curriculum

Norway's Education Minister is set to present new curriculum proposals that may include artists such as Karpe, Abba, and Queen as part of music education in schools.

Mar 12 • 08:36 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

New list of content in schools: Karpe, Dimmu Borgir, and Åge Aleksandersen on the timetable

Norway's Knowledge Minister Kari Nessa Nordtun unveils a draft list of required content for Norwegian, music, and social studies courses in primary schools, responding to past criticisms of existing curricula.

Mar 12 • 08:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flute, violin, trombone, percussion: Guri project in Avaré opens registrations for free music courses

The Guri project in Avaré, Brazil, is currently accepting registrations for free music courses until March 13, aimed at children, youth, and adults.

Mar 11 • 21:12 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria producing more entertainers than musicians— Babatunde Shosanya

Music educator Babatunde Shosanya expresses concern over Nigeria's music industry focusing more on entertainers than properly trained musicians.

Mar 8 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From home studio, keyboardist from inland SP records with big names in Brazilian music and teaches students around the world

Mari Jacintho, a 34-year-old keyboardist from São Paulo, has built a successful career in Brazilian music while teaching over 20,000 students globally through her online school.

Mar 7 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Baccarelli Institute Makes a Small Revolution in Heliópolis

The Baccarelli Institute has opened a modern concert hall in Heliópolis, becoming the first such venue located within a Brazilian favela.

Mar 5 • 18:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cuiabá opens registrations for free music and choral singing courses

The Municipal Secretariat of Culture in Cuiabá has opened registrations for free courses in musical instruments and choral singing, set to commence in March.

Mar 5 • 18:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carlos Gomes Institute opens free registrations for musical extension projects in Belém

The Carlos Gomes Institute in Belém has opened free registrations for its musical extension projects aimed at enhancing musical skills of students and the general public.

Mar 5 • 13:42 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Headmaster Dances with Student in Lap to Obscene Songs, Teachers Record Video

A shocking video from a government school in Jharkhand, India, shows a headmaster dancing with a student during a farewell event, while teachers record the performance with obscene music playing in the background.

Mar 3 • 15:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Roberta Invernizzi, the great Italian soprano, visits Argentina for the first time

Italian soprano Roberta Invernizzi visits Argentina for the first time, renowned for her contributions to Renaissance and Baroque music.

Mar 2 • 20:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Instruments should be played, not kept in a cupboard! The initiative "Send Music to Ukraine" has concluded

The initiative 'Send Music to Ukraine' encouraged donations of used musical instruments to support music schools in Ukraine affected by the war.

Mar 2 • 09:19 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Instruments should be played, not kept in the wardrobe!" The "Send Music to Ukraine" campaign has concluded

A campaign named "Send Music to Ukraine" concluded, aiming to collect musical instruments for children in Ukrainian music schools impacted by the Russian invasion.

Mar 2 • 09:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Free music course opens spots for saxophone and keyboard; see how to register

The city of Campo Grande, Brazil, is offering free music classes for saxophone and keyboard starting from March 9 and 10, requiring participants to have their own instruments.

Mar 1 • 23:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFSP opens slots for symphonic band with options for saxophone, horn, and clarinet; see how to participate

The Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) is accepting registrations for its Symphonic Band at the Itapetininga campus, welcoming musicians of all skill levels.

Mar 1 • 17:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Teacher swaps textbooks for Taylor Swift songs and something incredible happens

A teacher replaces traditional textbooks with Taylor Swift's songs, leading to remarkable outcomes in her educational approach.

Mar 1 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

TESTS: Who is Composer George Crumb and What Hypnotizes Latvians in His Cosmic Scores?

The article explores the impact and significance of American composer George Crumb's avant-garde music in Latvia, highlighting its unique appeal and connection to local musicians.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Life & Tech

Educational Counseling / We banned our daughter from attending a conservatory, as it is not a quality education. Now she is apathetic. How can we motivate her to be interested in the world?

A concerned parent seeks advice on how to motivate their apathetic 15-year-old daughter, who shows talent in music but is discouraged from pursuing it academically.

Feb 27 • 09:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The new director of Muba is Piret Rips

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of Tallinn Music and Ballet School (Muba), starting on April 1, 2026.

Feb 27 • 08:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The new director of the Tallinn Music and Ballet School (MUBA) is Piret Rips

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of the Tallinn Music and Ballet School (MUBA) following a public competition conducted by the Ministry of Education and Research.

Feb 27 • 08:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF1 on Thursday, February 26, 2026

A video report highlights several significant events in Brazil including a brawl among parliament members at the INSS CPI, the arrest of a wanted criminal, declining high school enrollment, a music festival announcement, and a tragic discovery of a police officer and his lawyer wife found dead.

Feb 26 • 16:10 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Partially changing plans for the reorganization of the music and art school after parents' protests in Limbažu district

Parents are protesting against the reorganization of music and art schools in Limbažu district, which they believe will negatively impact the quality of education.

Feb 26 • 14:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

As a result of parental pressure, the Limbazi municipality council changes plans for the reorganization of music and arts schools

Due to parental protests, the Limbazi municipality council has altered its initial plan for reorganizing music and arts schools, opting to establish two instead of one.

Feb 26 • 12:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Gustavo Dudamel receives one million dollars from trumpeter Herb Alpert: "We can change the world, but it begins with educating the young"

Conductor Gustavo Dudamel has received a one million dollar award from trumpeter Herb Alpert to support the education of young musicians.

Feb 26 • 04:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tiwa Savage unveils music foundation, partners Berklee to train African creatives

Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation in partnership with Berklee College of Music to empower emerging African creatives with music education.

Feb 25 • 20:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMA opens registrations for free piano and keyboard course for residents of Itaqui-Bacanga

The Federal University of Maranhão (UFMA) has opened registrations for free piano and keyboard classes aimed at residents of Itaqui-Bacanga, with a deadline of March 2 for sign-ups.

Feb 23 • 17:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The Disorganization That Became a Business Worth R$ 320 Thousand Per Month

A startup founded to tackle disorganization in music schools has generated R$ 320,000 monthly by automating various administrative processes.

Feb 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samba School opens registrations for free percussion, guitar, and other instrument classes in Juiz de Fora; see how to participate

The Samba School in Juiz de Fora is offering free music classes for public school students aged 7 to 17, with limited registration available.

Feb 20 • 14:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Farewell to the music teacher: at 85 years old, José van Dam has passed away

José van Dam, a renowned baritone, passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy marked by performances in major theaters and film roles.

Feb 19 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Escape Room 'Suitu Enchanted Forest' - How to Excitingly Teach Local Cultural History

A local escape room game themed around Suitu culture provides an interactive way for students to learn about their heritage, through challenges related to local food, music, and geography.

Feb 19 • 15:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In the Music Hall – Sounding Lithuania: Culture Inspiring Strength and the Brightest Regional Projects

The article highlights a cultural event organized by Lithuania's National Culture Center, celebrating its 85th anniversary and featuring various artistic presentations and educational workshops.

Feb 19 • 07:34 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Singer-songwriter Park Ki-young Appointed as Professor at Dongduk Women's University Department of Practical Music

Singer-songwriter Park Ki-young has been appointed as a professor at Dongduk Women's University starting from the 2026 academic year.

Feb 19 • 04:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Rammstein Wanted Their New Album to Be Included in Anneli Niemistö's German Course – This is What Happened

Rammstein's record label reached out to a Finnish language course instructor to incorporate songs from their upcoming album into a German language course.

Feb 17 • 18:32 UTC

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